Description
A stunning layered dessert featuring cake, custard, whipped cream, and mixed berries, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound cake or sponge cake (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 4 egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- Optional: sliced bananas or peaches
- Optional: nuts (like almonds or walnuts) for added crunch
- Optional: chocolate shavings or sprinkles for garnish
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the custard. In a saucepan, combine the milk and sugar, heating it over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. While that heats up, whisk together the cornstarch and egg yolks in a bowl. Once the milk is simmering, gradually pour it into the egg mixture, whisking continuously to prevent any lumps.
- After combining, pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until it thickens—this usually takes about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove it from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Allow the custard to cool, then refrigerate it until ready to use.
- While the custard chills, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract in a separate bowl until soft peaks form. Be careful not to over-whip; you want it fluffy!
- Once the custard is cool, it’s time to assemble your trifle. In a large glass bowl, start by placing a layer of cake at the bottom—this could be cubes or slices, whatever suits your style.
- Next, add a layer of custard over the cake, followed by a layer of your mixed berries. You can alternate layers of cake, custard, and fruit, finishing with a generous dollop of whipped cream on top.
- Finally, feel free to add any optional toppings like nuts or chocolate shavings for that extra flair.
- Cover the trifle bowl with plastic wrap and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least two hours, allowing all the flavors to mingle beautifully.
Notes
For a vegan option, look for plant-based custard and whipped cream. Use low-fat milk for a lighter custard.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Layering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg